Comedy and Clowning

This workshop is packed full of improvisation games and techniques, basic clown and physical comedy alongside devising and storytelling.

During this fun-filled week, where mistakes are an absolute must, Mark Curtis will guide you through a series of games and exercises; exploring improvisation, game play and slapstick skills, to discover your silly self. Be prepared to work hard, play hard and laugh hard whilst making new friends.

There will be an informal sharing at the end of the week, for family and friends.

Have you discovered the perfect fun, friendly and musical way to start the week for you and your child? Hey Diddle Diddle is a sing-a-long and play sessions held every Monday for pre-school children and their grown-ups.
With free tea and coffee plus a chance to stay and play and meet other parents and grandparents too, Hey Diddle Diddle makes for a greatly enjoyable Monday morning....

Spotlight is for anyone aged 50 or over with an interest in theatre.
Each session is a friendly and relaxed lunchtime meet-up to socialise and talk all things theatre. Spotlight is led by a member of OP staff, joined by a guest to talk more about their role in the current show, or themes and issues explored in this season’s productions.
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This is a company for anyone aged 40 or over with an enthusiasm to play and explore text on your feet. During these sessions you will work through technical exercises to develop your performance skills and explore different genres of theatre, looking at play extracts, discussing themes and characters and working through monologues and duologues.